Curated OER
Early 19c Industrialization in America: The Market Revolution
Posing a question about the effects of American Industrialization, this presentation provides viewers with a comprehensive look at the 19th century. From the "Lowell Girls" to the Iron Horse, these slides would be an excellent supplement...
Curated OER
Famous Elders, Historic Figures, Contemporary Tribal Leaders
Sixth graders explain significance of Elders. For this research lesson students tell that being an Elder is not always related to age. They explain why a person is important in history.
Curated OER
Project Whistlestop
Students conduct research and present a part of Kansas City history to the class. They develop questions and ideas to initiate and refine research. They use technological tools and other resources to locate, select and organize information.
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Holton Middle School: A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Peck
Great for teachers! A novel study of A Day No Pigs Would Die. Contains author information, historical information, assignments, vocabulary and extra credit assignments.
Virginia Tech
Robert Newton Peck: Shaker Beliefs
The Alan Review provides information on Robert Newton, Shaker beliefs and history.
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Educational Paperback Association: Robert Newton Peck
Biographical information on the young adult author Robert Newton Peck. Includes selected works and citations pertaining to the author.
The Best Notes
The Best Notes: A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Newton Peck
This is an online study guide/notes for the novel A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Newton Peck including author information, literary elements, chapter-by-chapter summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.
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Robert Frost: America's Poet
This site provides many full text poems by Robert Frost. There are also multiple links for more information on Frost and his works.
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Literature Unit: "A Day No Pigs Would Die"
This site features questions for each of the chapters in Robert Newton Peck's "A Day No Pigs Would Die."
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Novelinks: Reading Strategies: A Day No Pigs Would Die
This resource presents PDF formatted pages of lessons and handouts to supplement the novel. It includes everything from thematic activities, to reading level measures, to games, and more.
Penguin Publishing
Penguin Random House: "A Day No Pigs Would Die" Teacher Guide
Teacher guide for "A Day No Pigs Would Die" features brief synopsis, author biographical sketch, list of themes, and ideas for interdisciplinary connections.